Afghan B.
Local SEO Expert | Google Business Profile SEO | Local business SEO
📌 Local SEO Expert, Google Business Profile SEO, and Local Business SEO, that’s what I do every single day. ✅ We Promise Visible Ranking Results in the First Week of Working with us! ✅ Want your business to rank #1 on Google Maps and show up first when locals search for your services? ⭕ I help businesses dominate their local market by ranking both their Google Business Profile (GBP) and their website at the top of local search results. If you’re not in the top 3 on Google Maps or ranking on the first page of Google, your competitors are getting the clicks (and leads) you deserve. That’s where I come in. ⭕ I’m Afghan, a Local SEO Specialist who helps businesses rank higher in Google Maps, boost visibility, and get real local leads, without paying for ads. I have shared hundreds of Local SEO tips and tricks on Medium. With 6+ years of experience, I’ve successfully optimized 197+ businesses in 20+ industries, including: 🔧 Industries I’ve Worked With: Restaurants, Real Estate, HVAC Companies, Plumbers, Electricians, Roofers & Gutter Services, Home Renovation Contractors, Window & Glass Installers, Locksmiths, Appliance Repair Technicians, Pest Control Companies, Solar Panel Installers, Garage Door Repair Services, Handyman Services, Movers & Storage Companies, Therapists & Counseling Clinics, Chiropractors, Mobile Massage Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dental Clinics, Optometrists, Dermatologists, Medical Spas & Aesthetic Clinics, Acupuncture Clinics, Gym, Personal Trainers, Nutritionists & Dietitians, Clothing & Boutique Stores, Local Bookshops, Electronics Stores, Home Decor & Furniture Stores, Baby & Toy Shops, Pet Supply Stores. I’ve helped each of them rank locally, build trust, and grow with organic leads from Google. Whether you're a brick-and-mortar store, a service-based business, or a multi-location brand, I’ll help you show up when it matters most: when someone searches for what you offer in your city. ✅ What I Do Best: ✔ Google Business Profile Optimization – Setup, optimization, services, geo-keywords, Q&A, and post strategy – Add photos, products, and business categories for better visibility – Weekly GBP posts to boost engagement ✔Local Website Ranking: –Ranking your website #1 on Google Search –Local Content Strategy –Write service + city pages, location landing pages, and optimized homepage content –Add conversion-focused calls-to-action for more bookings/calls ✔ Local Citations & NAP Consistency – Manual listing on 80+ trusted directories – NAP audit and cleanup across the web – Hyperlocal listings and industry-specific sites ✔ Local Link Building – Build local backlinks from relevant blogs, directories, and PR sites – Use competitor backlink analysis to find high-value targets – Create authority and trust in Google’s eyes ✔ Geo-Targeted Keyword Research – Find low-competition, high-conversion keywords your real customers use – Create location-specific keyword maps for every service area ✔ Local SEO Audits & Technical Fixes – Deep-dive audits on your website, citations, GBP, and backlinks – Fix crawl issues, duplicate listings, and spammy profiles ✔ City Page & Local Content Optimization – Write content for multiple service areas or cities – Optimize with schema, internal links, and localized CTAs – Perfect for multi-location businesses ✔ Review Strategy & Reputation Management – Get more 5-star reviews from real customers – Respond to and optimize reviews with local keywords – Improve trust and conversions ✔ Google Maps Ranking Strategy – Full-stack plan to move you into the top 3 – Engagement, signals, backlinks, and technical factors – Monthly reporting and tracking 🛠 Tools & Platforms I Use: ✔ Google Business Profile Manager ✔ BrightLocal, Whitespark, Moz Local ✔ SEMrush, Ahrefs, Ubersuggest ✔ Google Analytics + Search Console ✔ WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Weebly, Squarespace, Webflow ✔ SurferSEO, Grammarly, ChatGPT, ContentShake Everything I do is manual, white-hat, and built for long-term results. 💬 Why Work With Me? I’ve helped solo massage therapists in West London, plumbers in Calgary, and HVAC techs in Florida rank in the top 3 and get 10+ local leads per week, all without ads. One example: A roofing contractor in Chicago went from barely ranking to showing up in Google’s local 3-pack for 7 different suburbs. With a cleaned-up citation profile, weekly GBP posts, and a few local backlinks, his calls doubled in 60 days. You don’t need a huge budget to outrank your competitors. You just need someone who knows how Local SEO actually works. 📈 Ready to Rank Higher on Google Maps and Google Search? If you're a local business owner ready to get found, get calls, and grow, let’s talk. I’ll build a custom Local SEO plan for your business that brings real, trackable results. Click the “Invite to Job” button and let’s get started. Afghan Bitani Local SEO Expert | Google Business Profile SEO | Citation + GMB Ranking Specialist
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $6.8k
Billed in all: $16,582$17k
$3.4k in the last 6 months
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 10% in WordPress
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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